Personal Assistant to the Director of Nursing & Midwifery (AO5) - Port Macquarie

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Admin Officer Level 5
Remuneration: $76,125.92 - $77,852.51
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ599242
Advertising Closes: 22 September 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

About the Role

The Personal Assistant to the Director of Nursing and Midwifery (DONM) purpose is to provide high level, efficient administrative support to the DONM and Nursing Directorate.  This position offers comprehensive advanced clerical, administrative, and daily coordination support to ensure the timely, reliable, and competent achievement of key objectives. 

Providing professional and respectful administrative and personal assistant (PA) support to the DONM is pivotal for this role maintaining strict confidentiality, privacy and security in all business practices and communities.  In this role you will be handling complaints in accordance with State and MNCLHD policies and in collaboration with Executive Management.

About You

You will need demonstrated knowledge and capability in providing administration support at a senior level along with commitment to maintain high standards of professional conduct, including exercising discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.

Demonstrated accuracy and detail in compiling reports, written correspondence and presentations is a key aspect to the PA role as well as advanced interpersonal, communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. 

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
 

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category B positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.